Yamaha XT200

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Yamaha XT 200
ManufacturerYamaha Motor Corporation
Also calledXT 200J
Production1980–1987
ClassDual-sport
Engine196 cc (12.0 cu in) 4-stroke Single-cylinder two-valve engine SOHC
Bore / stroke67 mm × 55.7 mm (2.64 in × 2.19 in)
Compression ratio9.5:1
Top speed77 km/h (48 mph)
Power18 hp (13 kW)[1]
Torque1.6 kg⋅m (16 N⋅m; 12 lbf⋅ft) @ 8,000 rpm
Transmission5-speed Sequential
BrakesSLS Front / Rear Drum
TiresF: 2.75-21-4PR
R: 4.10-18-4PR
Weight98 kg (216 lb) (dry)
Oil capacity1 L (0.22 imp gal; 0.26 US gal)

The Yamaha XT 200 is a single-cylinder four-stroke Dual Sport motorcycle produced by the Yamaha Motor Corporation starting in 1980 through 1986. It is powered by a single-cylinder, 196 cm3 (12.0 cu in) air-cooled engine. The motorcycle was sold with street parts installed such as mirrors, a horn, high/low-beam headlight, tail/brake light, and front and rear turn signals. The motorcycle runs on a 6-volt system.[1] Top speed 76mph also 5 and 6 speed transmissions used; 2.1 gallons 65 gallons pr mile[citation needed]

The XT line of motorcycles was introduced in 1976. "XT" is an abbreviation for "Cross Trail". Closely related to the XT200 are the XT125 and XT250 motorcycles. The engine and frame components would later become the basis for the AG200, the BW200\TW200 and the XT225.

References[edit]

  1. ^ a b "Yamaha XT200". MCS Motorcycle Specifications. Retrieved 19 November 2014.